I'm extremely interested in Nen abilities.

“You’ll get the urge as soon as you get your hands on it, right? Just gather your Nen energy in your hand and make a crushing motion. Not only can others use them, but Nen beasts can use these talismans themselves!” Jing Yang laughed. “Moreover, Bisky can store more than just my own Nen abilities—for example, like this.”

He snapped his fingers.

The jade-faced Taoist nun drifted away, landing right in front of the bewildered Wu Er. Without hesitation, the wooden sword pierced into Wu Er's body. Five minutes later, a talisman with seventy-two transformations condensed at the tip of the sword, which flew into the Taoist nun's raised right sleeve.

“The Nen abilities developed by the targets I control with my star mark can also be made into talismans for storage,” Jingyang added. “Of course, Nen abilities developed before being marked with a star cannot be made.”

In other words, only when Jingyang or Jingyang's star has a sense of participation and spiritual ability can a talisman be made.

"what."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Di looked at Jing Yang, "Then my 'Chainsaw Woman' ability..."

Jingyang laughed, "And Kurapika too. If I remember correctly, he had stars on his body when he developed his Nen ability! Next time I run into him, I can borrow a few books to play with..."

One of Kurapika's books is actually a Noble Phantasm for the Phantom Troupe.

Chapter 254 Forget it

Bisky laughed, "In the end, it's still an ability that's more suitable for use on allies than on enemies!"

Jing Yang sighed, "It's because I'm too nice and not aggressive enough. There's nothing I can do about it."

Bisky is right. The power of her talisman sword does have too many limitations. If used against an enemy, it is almost impossible to use the peach wood sword to steal the enemy's Nen ability. It would be more practical to lend the accumulated talismans to an ally.

Firstly, the Talisman Sword is an ability derived from the "Hidden Universe in the Sleeve" of the Spirit Beast "Zhen Yuanzi," which Jing Yang himself cannot use directly.

In other words, to use this ability, Jing Yang first needs to draw 1 points of his own mental energy, which is a quarter of his current total mental energy, to create the mental beast. Although the depleted mental energy in his physical body can be quickly replenished by drinking the mental energy sword, it is still a risk.

Not to mention, you have to stab the wooden sword into the target's body and wait for 5 minutes. In the end, the talisman you condense is only a one-time ability. Once the talisman is burned, it's gone. This is very much in line with Jing Yang's own intuition.

Originally, the talisman could only record Jingyang's own Nen abilities, but it was already a pleasant surprise that it could also record the Nen abilities of the star-bearer. However, as a limitation, only Nen abilities developed during the period of carrying the star could be used to make the talisman.

Take Xiao Di as an example. Her bulging-eyed fish ability was something she possessed before meeting Jing Yang, and it couldn't be made into a talisman for the Taoist nun to keep in her sleeve. However, her "Chainsaw Woman" ability was gradually developed while carrying the Star Mark, which allowed her to make talismans.

Similarly, even if Jingyang were to star Bisky now, he wouldn't be able to turn her transformation-type Nen oil ability into a talisman, and his Nen beast beautician, Miss Cookie, would be out of the question.

At the end of the day…

The Emission-type Nen ability is a domain of "distance." Long-range attacks and instantaneous teleportation are the Emission-type's forte. Abilities like the Rune Sword, with their complex rules, seem more like a result of Jing Yang grafting his Manipulation-type elements onto the Emission-type Nen beast.

Jingyang's current level of emission training is [Level 3], which allows him to release his energy one or two kilometers away from his body while maintaining its power. However, even if he were to train his emission training to [Level 4] and be able to subdue enemies more than 10 kilometers away... it is very likely that it would not have much to do with the 'Sword Rune' ability, and the limiting conditions and the effect of the ability would not change much.

Bisky had previously stated that a Nen user's combat strength cannot be measured solely by their training level. Let's say a Level 1 Nen user finds a range of 100 meters more than sufficient for their combat effectiveness. Rather than focusing on distance, they might prefer to enhance the explosive power and force of their Nen projectiles within that range—this is essentially the domain of Enhancement Nen users. Therefore, even if this Level 1 Nen user's training is only at the beginner level, they should not be underestimated.

The level of cultivation only indicates the depth of a Nen user's knowledge of the fundamental principles of healing; it has no necessary connection with whether they can pull out a pistol and shoot their opponent dead.

If Jing Yang wanted to reduce the conditions for the 'Spell Sword' or increase its power, he should probably look at his own skill level in manipulation—however, his manipulation skill on the Death Aura panel was already at the [Level 4] [Talent] level.

My comprehensive and flawless manipulation skills are only at level four! That's just talent!

Jingyang racked his brains but couldn't think of any other way to improve.

Bisky said that after reaching the pinnacle of manipulation, there is almost no limit to the number of targets that can be manipulated, and the main idea is to have as many targets as possible. But I can't just mark as many targets as possible in order to improve my manipulation skills, and every passing dog will get a star mark, right?

Xiao Di thought for a moment and said, "In that case, Jing Yang would be a very suitable master!"

Bisky laughed, "Taking on a bunch of apprentices, marking them, and then harvesting them after they've developed their Nen abilities? That's like growing crops!"

“That’s too much trouble,” Jingyang complained. “Time is a cost too.”

At this point, both Bisky and Shizuku looked at him with strange expressions. Bisky, in particular, had a half-smile on her face.

"Why is Auntie smiling so evilly?" Jingyang wondered.

Bisky asked, "How many control system markers can you apply at most?"

"I haven't tried it. Dozens? Hundreds or thousands? I've never thought about that question." In fact, his cultivation level in the manipulation system on the death aura panel was clearly marked as [Level 4]. According to Bisky, the number of operable targets was at least over a thousand.

Xiao Di said, "Since so many can be marked, Jing Yang can mark every young person he meets and tell them the basics of Nen ability, and then he doesn't need to worry about them anymore. Once any of them develop their ability, they can borrow it."

She knew that anyone marked with a star by Jingyang would automatically have their vital energy channels opened, preparing them to cultivate their mental abilities.

Jingyang looked at Xiaodi, who had a calm expression, and then at Bisky, who had a sly grin on her face. She said speechlessly, "Compared to the two of you, how come I suddenly seem so kind and simple-minded!"

"Come on, my mark comes with a regenerative ability that's practically immortal," he said with a sneer. "Giving away such an overpowered ability to so many people for free, putting aside whether I'm being that kind, I'm just afraid that someone with ulterior motives won't notice anything unusual! Who knows if there are people in this world who can use special Nen marks to infer and ambush my Nen ability as a manipulation type? If I throw out so many baits and someone follows the clues to ambush me, wouldn't I be wronged!"

Bisky's grin faded, and she nodded with satisfaction. "I'm glad you think that way. Remember, always be cautious, and never underestimate anyone."

Jing Yang said with dissatisfaction, "The person who said he would never underestimate anyone, why didn't he deactivate his transformation and go all out when he fought me before?"

Bisky said speechlessly, "It's a different story among our own people. Why is the child so stubborn?"

Xiao Di said, "Jing Yang wants to fight you again!"

Jingyang chuckled and rubbed his hands together, eager to get started.

“I see, alright then.” Bisky nodded and held out her little hand, saying, “Take the things out.”

"What is it?" Jing Yang asked, puzzled.

"The Soul-Drinking Sword," Bisky smiled slightly, "is to give you ample preparation. After releasing the Soul Beast, your own energy has diminished considerably, hasn't it?"

"That's not how it works. I can recall my Nen Beast at any time, and I can replenish any missing Qi. Releasing a Nen Beast inherently carries the risk of 'the main body losing some Qi'... Is Auntie Bi so particular about fair duels because of the dignity of a martial artist?"

"Oh, no. I just wanted to make you accept your defeat more convincingly."

"Yin Nian Sword is here! Take this!"

Chapter 255 Finally Meeting Leizhala

Jingyang still lost.

He is much better than he was two weeks ago.

Jing Yang's total Nen increased by several thousand, accumulating to a full 4. This increase in total Nen also boosted his offensive and defensive capabilities, making his punches and kicks even more powerful than they were half a month ago. However, strangely enough, during his battle with Bisky, Jing Yang felt that this was actually his own illusion. His total Nen and offensive and defensive capabilities had not increased at all. Otherwise, how could his attacks on Bisky be no different from what they were half a month ago?

Bisky acted as if nothing had happened!

Of course, this time, Bisky had broken free of the "Princess Seal," growing taller and more flexible. Her muscle fibers were tightly twisted together like countless steel wires. But even more terrifying than her physical strength was the powerful Nen energy emanating from her body.

Bisky wasn't lying; she truly gave it her all.

Her surging spiritual energy transformed into spiritual oil, faster and even more slippery than Siji's movements. Jing Yang's attacks landed on her, but she easily deflected them, leaving no room for error. Then she retaliated with thunderous blows, each punch landing squarely on the skin. It was only thanks to the Star Mark that Jing Yang was spared serious injury.

Jingyang created some distance, and Bissie's long legs, seemingly cast in steel, took a step forward, shrinking the distance to an inch as she pressed herself against him, continuing to slam him to the ground and unleash a frenzied barrage of blows.

...Bisky already knows Jingyang's background all too well!

Even the bystander, Xiao Di, understood: Bisky had basically figured out the mechanism of the stars; she had even witnessed Jing Yang develop the hidden abilities of the Nen beasts... Bisky knew the only Nen ability she would be wary of, such as "rule-based killing," so she could confidently and boldly get close to Jing Yang for close combat.

In close-quarters combat, even with the "Meteor Like the Wind" technique controlled by the star mark on the back of his neck, Jing Yang was no match for the martial arts master Bisky. Even unleashing the Mind-Drinking Sword was utterly futile—Bisky's entire aura transformed into Mind Oil, and her aura seemed to have a self-replicating ability, appearing inexhaustible. Jing Yang felt that even if he transformed into Kuafu (a legendary figure known for his cunning and resourcefulness), he couldn't drink away Bisky's inexhaustible aura, which flowed like the Yellow River.

boom!

Jing Yang lay at the bottom of the pit, his eyes rolled back. Through his blurred vision, he saw a figure standing before him like a JoJo's Bizarre Adventure character, slowly shrinking in size... He tremblingly raised his bloodied finger: "Tian... Tian Ke... I'm really full... I'm so bloated..."

Knowing each other well, Jing Yang would be asking for trouble if he fought against a master like Bisky, whose raw strength completely overwhelmed him. Besides, his opponent had a super buff of "never getting tired," so saying that she was a natural counter wasn't entirely unfounded.

*Swoosh*—Little Di slid down from the edge of the pit and poked the pitiful Jing Yang. Star's self-healing function activated, and his injuries disappeared at a visible speed.

Even after seeing it countless times, Bisky was still amazed. The broken bone that pierced the boy's skin actually retracted into his body automatically; this self-healing ability could even automatically realign bones…

“Actually, I’m better at defense than offense.” Bisky transformed back into her princess form, raised a finger, and a wisp of energy flew out from the fingertip, materializing into a doll resembling a beauty salon attendant who landed on the ground. “Take care of your injuries yourself, but I’ll help with your physical and mental fatigue.”

Bisky's Nen ability, "Beautician Cookie," allows her to use special Nen oils created through aura transformation to care for her skin, relieve fatigue, and accelerate recovery...

Xiao Di blinked. Bisky had transformed and then deactivated, beating Jing Yang to this state, yet her anger didn't seem to have lessened much... Xiao Di asked curiously, "Isn't offense better? Is Bisky's personality more defensive?"

Bisky rolled her eyes. "If you were beaten up by a mean-spirited, violent old man from childhood to adulthood, you'd also be very good at defense."

After being massaged by Miss Cookie for a while, Jing Yang felt refreshed and all his fatigue was gone. He sat up and laughed, "Your ability to manipulate oil, could it be that you were beaten up by Netero?"

"Are you envious? Although I'm not good at attacking, it's not like I can't help you practice." Bisky grinned mischievously and clenched her fist.

Jingyang said, "You said it yourself, I'm a manipulation type, remember that. To reach your level... Bisky, your transformation type has reached its pinnacle, hasn't it?"

Bisky snorted, too lazy to reply.

-

Having experienced the gap between myself and the full-power Bisky, it's time to get down to business.

Jingyang released the Nian Beast Daoist nun and had her use a peach wood sword to begin making talismans.

The wooden sword pierced Xiao Di's chest—her chainsaw ability was incredibly lethal and quite useful. Jing Yang realized that he really lacked some "weapon-level" attack methods. He had always fought with his fists and feet or with telekinesis, or he would just use starred characters and rule-based kills to finish them off.

Seeing that the wooden sword had condensed into a chainsaw talisman, Jing Yang laughed and said, "Little Di, your own is called 'Chainsaw Woman,' but in my hands, it can be called 'Chainsaw Man.'"

The chainsaw talisman flew into the Taoist nun's right sleeve. Seeing the nun raise her sword to stab Xiao Di again, Bisky asked curiously, "Can you condense a second one?"

“Of course. They’re all disposable items, so why not save up a few more?” Jingyang said. “However, the time it takes to create talismans with the same Nen ability will increase over time. The first one takes 5 minutes, the second 10 minutes, then 20 minutes, 40, 80, 160 minutes…”

“It doubles every time.” Bisky nodded, then clapped her hands and said mischievously, “Just condense one and use one, condense one and use one, isn’t that great?”

"They're pretty good at finding bugs," Jing Yang muttered. He spent another half hour extracting three chainsaw talismans from Xiao Di, which he stored in the Daoist nun's right sleeve. Then, the Daoist nun, holding her peach wood sword, glared menacingly at Wu Er…

After obtaining several Seventy-Two Transformations Talismans from Wu Er, Jing Yang sharpened his knife, suddenly remembering Yan Que.

"Can you work with a half-finished Nen ability?"

Jing Yang himself wasn't quite sure either. After patting his head, he told Yan Que not to be afraid, not to bristle, and not to move around. Then, the Daoist Nian Shou stabbed at it with her sword—the peach wood sword almost pierced through the little gray bird. Yan Que fell to the ground, its legs in the air, and it fainted.

Five minutes later, a talisman condensed at the tip of the peach wood sword, with a crooked and ugly character for "wind" written on it.

"Is this... usable, or not?"

Jingyang pondered, "Fine, let's just leave it at that."

However, the fact that he could condense a talisman proves that his Transmutation-type Nen development on Taliyah is indeed on the right track. Once Taliyah's development is complete, his own Transmutation-type Nen development can proceed at a speedrun! Perfect.

After a short rest, the three people, the tiger, and the bird returned to the seaside town of Shoufulabi.

-

The five players who had cleared the game and had their bombs removed by Jing Yang half a month ago, along with eight other random players who had been marked with stars, arrived one after another at the open space outside Shoufulabhi City after Jing Yang activated the star control.

"Why are your eyes darting around?" Jing Yang looked at the five who had cleared the level. "Are you that scared?"

Bisky quipped, "How could I not be scared when I was forced to come here?"

Xiao Di said, "The others don't seem too scared."

“They’ve probably gotten used to it,” Bisky guessed.